State Vehicular Recreation Area:
Grasslands Management Unit
Map Satellite In the northern portion of the vehicular recreation area there is an excellent remnant stand of native grasses with a remarkable diversity of species. Though there are numerous exotics, some of the natives form almost pure stands. Among the native grasses found here are Achnatherum speciosum, Nassella pulchra, Nassella cernua, Stipa lepida, Elymus multisetus, Scribneria bolanderi, Melica imperfecta, Aristida adscensionis, Poa scabrella and Elymus spp. In the spring there is a spectacular wildflower display with such species as California poppy, Eschscholzia californica, owl's clover, Castilleja exserta, gold fields, Lasthenia californica, paint-brush, Castilleja linariifolia, and lupine, Lupinus spp. Some valley oak, Quercus lobata, and scrub oak. Quercus turbinella, are present, as well as scattered stands of yucca, Yucca whipplei. Animals are typical of the area. The California condor, Gymnogyps californianus, feeds in the area. Integrity: There are a number of farm roads and newly constructed trails for vehicles; however, travel in the area is restricted to the trails. The impact of the vehicles will be monitored and corrective actions taken if necessary. The area has been and is still being grazed. Use: Present. July 1982
Inventory of California Natural Areas
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